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The Devon Belle, SR poster, 1947
Poster produced for Southern Railway (SR) to promote rail services between the West of England and Waterloo Station, London. The poster shows The Devon Belle, an all-Pullman locomotive with an observation carriage travelling at speed through a light-coloured, nearly monotonal landscape. The service ran on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays and called at Sidmouth Junction, Exeter Central, Ilfracombe and Plymouth Friary. Artwork by Marc Fernand Severin, who was born in Brussels and lived in England from 1932 to 1940 and from 1945 to 1949, working first as Art Director at an advertising agency and then as a free-lance artist, advertising designer and book illustrator. Dimensions: 1016 mm x 1270 mm
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10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Photographic Print of "The Devon Belle, SR Poster, 1947" from the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection. This vintage poster, produced by Southern Railway (SR) to promote rail services between the West of England and Waterloo Station, London, showcases the elegant steam train "The Devon Belle" in all its glory. Perfect for rail enthusiasts, history lovers, or anyone who appreciates the beauty of vintage design, this print is a stunning addition to your home or office decor. Bringing a piece of railway history into your space, the vibrant colors and intricate details of this iconic poster are sure to captivate and inspire.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This vintage poster, titled "The Devon Belle" takes us back to the golden era of rail travel in 1947. Created by the talented artist Marc Fernand Severin, this masterpiece was commissioned by Southern Railway (SR) to promote their rail services between the West of England and Waterloo Station in London. The poster showcases The Devon Belle, an all-Pullman locomotive with a luxurious observation carriage, gracefully speeding through a serene landscape. The monochromatic color scheme adds a touch of elegance and timelessness to the artwork. Operating on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays, The Devon Belle made stops at Sidmouth Junction, Exeter Central, Ilfracombe, and Plymouth Friary. Passengers were treated to unparalleled comfort and style during their journey aboard this prestigious train. Marc Fernand Severin's artistic talent shines through in every detail of this print. Born in Brussels but residing in England for several years during his career as an art director at an advertising agency and later as a freelance artist and book illustrator. Measuring 1016 mm x 1270 mm, this remarkable piece captures the essence of luxury travel from yesteryears. Preserved by the National Railway Museum's Pictorial Collection under license from NRM/Pictorial Collection ensures that future generations can appreciate the beauty and craftsmanship behind this iconic railway poster.
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